Forklift Operator 1 - First Shift

UFP Industries, Inc; Waseca (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company 
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Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee 


Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc is hiring a Forklift Operator I in Minnesota to move materials between inventory and production according to the schedule. You will maintain accurate paperwork and production records and supply departments with materials from inventory.

Key duties include moving materials between stations, labeling and packing products, and assisting with bottlenecks. The role requires basic math, adherence to safety rules, and willingness to obtain forklift licensing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; high school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift driving experience is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and able to obtain forklift licensing.

Responsibilities

• Move material in process between stations as needed.
• Band, wrap, pack finished goods and label material.
• Move finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift equipment startup checklists and report issues.
• Maintain organized inventory yard and records.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift safety policies as described by the company.
• Participate in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Age 18+

Experience not required

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minimum 9th grade education

Job description

Hours

4:30am - 12:30pm Monday - Friday

Job Summary

Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required. Provides production departments with material from inventory according to production schedule.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Moves material in process from one station to another if necessary
• Bands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels material
• Moves finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouse
• Assist production with bottlenecks and other material needs
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns
• Maintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and clean
• Completes production records as required
• Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade basic education, High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• No minimum experience is required however, forklift driving experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
• Must be at least 18 years of age

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Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $21.00/hour

pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living/experience

For hourly positions with incentive pay: Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, and trip rate bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.